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Were You Injured Due to Worksite Negligence?

It is hard to imagine something more life-altering than sustaining a severe injury due to someone else’s negligence. Nonetheless, construction accidents contribute to injuries every day. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports over 197,000 construction site injuries since 2008. In addition, about 16 percent of all workplace fatalities in 2011 happened at construction sites.

Unfortunately, determining who is liable at a construction site can be difficult. After all, there are many parties.

Depending on the details, contractors, owners, renters, sub-contractors, managers, and other individuals can be responsible. Our San Jose construction accident lawyer can help if you have questions about your injury.

At The Law Offices of Braid Pezzaglia, we know how to help accident victims and have strengthened damage claims for years. In addition, our firm has represented passersby, construction employees, and other individuals in personal injury claims.

Contact our San Jose lawyer if you were injured by visiting or walking by a construction site. We work with workers across industries in every type of casualty. Whether you are a union member, independent contractor, or citizen, we are ready to help.

Do I Need a Construction Accident Lawyer?

Immediately after receiving medical help, you should pursue legal representation. We can investigate your accident and help determine liability. For example, it could be that a third party contributed to your injuries. A skilled attorney can scrutinize evidence, reports, and witnesses. In addition, our team can advise you on what claim is best suited for your unique case and guide you through the complex process.

Some common construction accidents that our experienced construction accident counsel can help with involve:

  • Debris: Since equipment, materials, and people are moving so much during construction, debris can easily accumulate. For this reason, falling debris can cause injuries like a traumatic brain injury (TBI).
  • Slip and Fall: The leading cause of construction site fatalities is slip and fall injury. Fault scaffolding, uneven surfaces, improper signage, and portable ladders all contribute to San Jose slip and fall cases.
  • Crane Injuries: Cranes operate when mobile or fixed. In either case, their extreme heavy loads can place workers at risk. For example, a crane malfunction or improper operation can lead to catastrophic injury.
  • Electrical Accidents: If you work in construction, you are routinely around power lines, electrical wiring, and other equipment. A defective product or improper safety procedures can result in a risk of electrocution.

How Do I File Construction Accident Claims?

In most cases, construction accidents that involve non-employees are treated as a standard personal injury claim. Since this is the case, you can file an injury lawsuit against the individual in charge of the construction site. In addition to these entities, you may be able to file a claim against other responsible parties. This can include insurance companies, negligent employees, or subcontractors. However, if you are an employee, the details of your claim can be different.

You can use workers' compensation claims in a construction accident.

These claims do not blame the employer as they do not sue an employer for negligence or fault. Instead, a California state board can review your claim to determine if compensation is paid. Alternatively, a construction employee can also file a personal injury lawsuit.

If misconduct or a manufacturer's product led to your injury, you could be eligible for these claims. In any case, contact our lawyer as soon as possible. A personal injury lawyer can investigate the details of your accident with a team of experts.

Construction Site Injury? Contact San Jose Law Firm for a Free Consultation

Have you been injured at a construction site? Are you struggling to pay compounding medical bills or facing time off work? Believe a third party has contributed to your injury?

Unfortunately, it can be challenging to determine who has contributed to your injuries without professionals. After all, no one can be a medical provider, lawyer, insurance adjuster, and safety expert all at once.

However, if you have questions about your rights, our team of experts can investigate your accident.

At The Law Offices of Braid Pezzaglia, our personal injury law firm’s success stems from our experience and compassion. For decades, we have represented individuals and businesses across industries in a wide range of construction site accident claims. With a free initial consultation, our legal team can review the details of your accident.

Afterward, we can let you know if there is any way we can strengthen your claim.

Contact our San Jose personal injury attorney online or call our firm today at (408) 650-8955.

Why Choose the Law Offices of
Braid Pezzaglia

We Give the Injured a Voice
  • Experienced & Dedicated Counsel

    Attorney Braid Pezzaglia has over 20 years of dedicated legal experience and provides legal counsel and guidance in five languages, including Japanese, Spanish, Chinese, and Tagalog. We work to customize your experience for your needs.

  • Personalized Strategies & Results

    Unlike other firms, our firm cares about instilling confidence in both you and your case. Our attorneys work one-on-one with you to ensure that your unique needs and goals are not only understood but obtained.

  • Accountable & Transparent

    At the Law Offices of Braid Pezzaglia, we pride ourselves on always being available to our clients and we make it our main priority to keep you informed on how our team is working to obtain the best possible result on your behalf

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    “They are easy to talk with and are responsive. I feel like they have a genuine interest in their clients as people as well as the matters they work on. I highly recommend anyone to consult with Braid if they have an injury case to discuss.”

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    “I’ve dealt with different lawyers and Braid is the only one that genuinely listens and tries to help you out even if he isn’t getting a job out of it. Hands down I wouldn’t even consider anyone else.”

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    “Braid took on a very tough Insurance company on my behalf. Their client was 100% at fault, but they still tried to stonewall and low ball me on a settlement. Through patience and perseverance, Braid got me a great settlement.”

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    “Aida Gatchalian and Braid Pezzaglia have been great a team to work with. I would like to show my deepest gratitude towards Braid and Aida. I'm very thankful for their kindness, amazing patience, and hard work through this pandemic.”

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